Chapter 275

Song Ziqi's words were clearly expressing dissatisfaction with Qiao Muting for not taking care of his own body.

There was even a hint of reproach in her tone.

Shu Xia drank her water in silence.

Upon hearing the word "insomnia," Zhang Tezhu immediately looked at Shu Xia; the boss's recent insomnia problem had improved significantly, all because of Shu Xia.

But it seemed the boss hadn't told Song Ziqi about this.

For some reason, he felt as if a river had suddenly appeared between Shu Xia and the boss because of Song Ziqi's arrival.

After Song Ziqi said a few more things, she looked somewhat weary, so Qiao Muting saw Song Ziqi back to her ward, leaving Zhang Tezhu behind to look after Shu Xia.

"Um... Miss Song grew up with the boss, and besides..."

Zhang Tezhu felt he should clarify the relationship between Song Ziqi and the boss so that Shu Xia wouldn't have any misunderstandings.

From Zhang Tezhu's introduction, Shu Xia understood the relationship between Qiao Muting and Song Ziqi.

Song Ziqi was the daughter of Qiao Muting's nanny.

In an accident, Song Ziqi's mother died protecting Qiao Muting, and from that day on, Qiao Muting became responsible for everything regarding Song Ziqi.

Three years ago, Song Ziqi came to K City for university, saying she liked this romantic city.

A few days ago, she felt unwell and was admitted to the hospital, where tests revealed some heart issues; she was scheduled for surgery in the next two days, which was why Qiao Muting had rushed over from Jing City.

Zhang Tezhu specifically emphasized that the two had a sibling-like relationship, and Qiao Muting took care of Song Ziqi just like his own younger sister.

After Song Ziqi's mother died back then, Qiao Nainai had looked for Song Ziqi's other relatives, but none of them wanted an extra burden, so Qiao Nainai took her in instead.

Hearing this and understanding the cause and effect, Shu Xia smiled and said, "So that's how it is."

"That's exactly it, which is why Qiao is concerned about Miss Song's health; the surgery is tentatively scheduled for tomorrow," Zhang Tezhu added.

Shu Xia nodded; having eaten porridge and drunk water, she now had some strength back and felt fully revived, "Could you please ask the doctor for me if I can be discharged at any time now?"

It was only a case of gastroenteritis, so she shouldn't occupy a hospital bed when they were in short supply.

Zhang Tezhu: "Alright, I will go ask the doctor."

After Zhang Tezhu went out, Shu Xia was the only one left in the room.

She went to the washroom to freshen up.

Upon coming out of the washroom, she saw Qiao Muting sitting on the sofa.

Back so soon?

"I asked Zhang Tezhu to check with the doctor for me; if there are no issues, I'd like to be discharged," Shu Xia said with a smile.

Qiao Muting sensed a certain sense of distance from Shu Xia and said, "Regarding Song Ziqi, I didn't tell you before; would you like to know?"

"Zhang Tezhu already introduced it just now, and I know about your relationship with Song Ziqi," Shu Xia smiled.

Qiao Muting was stunned for a moment, then nodded, "Alright, go back to the hotel and rest for the day today, tomorrow..."

"I'll make my own arrangements for tomorrow; I know Miss Song is having surgery, so you and Zhang Tezhu should stay at the hospital with her," Shu Xia said immediately.

She had only just met Song Ziqi today, and if she were there for the surgery tomorrow, Song Ziqi might feel uncomfortable.

Qiao Muting scrutinized Shu Xia with deep, profound eyes.